Holbeton Parish Council. Coronavirus (Covid 19) Post 7. 17/04.
Some of this is a duplication of previous posts which is to ensure the relevant previous information remains easily accessible.
The government advice on isolating yourself and family if you show symptoms and advice on isolating/shielding is on the link below.
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/
The Government has launched its Coronavirus Information Service on WhatsApp. The free service is an automated ‘chatbot’ that will provide information on coronavirus prevention and symptoms, the latest number of cases in the UK, advice on staying at home, travel advice and myth busting. More information can be found on the Government website.
The link below is the the government advice site for employees with information about entitlements etc. This is clearly evolving quickly but the site should be updated frequently. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-to-employers-and-businesses- about-covid-19/covid-19-guidance-for-employees
The Money Saving Expert website is a good source of advice on benefits, potential help for the self-employed and salary and rental protection schemes.
Devon County Council and South Hams District Council have advice pages on their websites.
The Citizens Advice Service is continuing to work but only offers advice remotely. You can contact them in the following ways.
Adviceline 03444 111 444 (Monday - Friday 9am - 4pm)
Email: www.southhamscab.org.uk From the ‘Contact us’ page select ‘Email’ and click ‘Use our online form’
WhatsApp 07497 758779
Letter: Citizens Advice, Follaton House, Plymouth Road, Totnes TQ9 5NE
Hotline for Council Help Available
16 April 2020
South Hams and West Devon Councils are offering a hotline number for residents needing help and support during the Coronavirus outbreak. The number, which will be open from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m., Monday to Friday, will be answered by the Community Co-ordination Team at the Council. Outside of these hours an answerphone service will be available.
The team can help people with a wide range of queries, such as where to get additional help and support, as well as putting residents in touch with their nearest community support group.
The hotline is intended for people who can’t access the information and support available through the council’s websites or social media.
The Community Support number in South Hams is 01803 861297.
An answerphone service is available outside of working hours.
The Minor Injuries Unit at Totnes has been closed .
The Minor Injuries units at Kingsbridge and the Cumberland Centre in Plymouth remain open. Please use them appropriately.
MIU - Cumberland Centre (Plymouth) Damerel Close Plymouth PL1 4JZ
Tel: (01752) 434390 Opening times: 08:30 - 22:00 (09:00 - 22:00 Thursdays) Opening days: 7 days per week X-ray available: 09:00 - 20:45 (7 days) MIU - South Hams Hospital (Kingsbridge) Plymouth Road Kingsbridge Devon TQ7 1AT
Tel: (01548) 852349 Opening times: 09:00 - 17:00 Opening days: 7 days per week X-ray available: 09:00 - 17:00 (Mon-Fri)
Smoking is a risk factor for COVID 19. Coronavirus (COVID-19) attacks the respiratory system, so if you smoke, you are not only putting yourself at greater risk, but those around you exposed to second hand smoke, including children. If you want support to stop or reduce it is available on https://www.onesmallstep.org.uk/services/smoking
If you have a fever it is recommended that paracetamol is the first line drug to take. Many branded products also contain paracetamol so please check ingredients and do not exceed the recommended daily dose. If you do please seek medical advice. If family carers become ill the following organisations may be able to assist:
Care Direct 0345 155 1007
Social Services 0345 600 0388
Disability Information Service 0345 155 1005
If you believe that you might need support from the parish community please contact Cllr Andrew Hollett, details below. If you have neighbours or friends who may not be accessing this site but you feel they may benefit please ask them to contact Andrew or give permission for you to do so.
If you are willing to be a Community Volunteer to help with the above or be willing to make regular phone contact to someone to ease the isolation please contact Cllr Trudie Timlin Brown also details below.
Cllr Andrew Hollett. Tel. 830361 Email:[email protected]
Cllr Trudie Timlin Brown Tel 830683 Email:[email protected]
As mentioned in our previous post we are aware that the level of media coverage can make this situation feel overwhelming and frightening leading to anxiety in people. If you are concerned or don't understand some of the terms in the media or advice sites
Cllr Baumer (Retired Consultant) and Di Baumer ( Retired Public Health Nurse) have kindly offered to give telephone or email advice. They can be contacted as detailed below. This is NOT an alternative to receiving individual advice from your GP or Specialist Medical Care Team. It is part of our broader community response.
Dr H. Baumer Tel.830274 Email:[email protected]
Di Baumer Tel. 830274 Email:[email protected]
Many people will have stocked up on staples but be finding fresh produce more difficult. Holbeton Village Stores already delivers milk and will be happy to deliver vegetable boxes/bags. Please discuss with Jack Purkis. 830246 or [email protected]
To protect the shop staff it is safer to order a delivery. If you go into use the Post Office please follow the guidelines posted on the door about accessing the premises.
We have been liaising with Ivybridge Food Bank about providing support for those in need. The Parish Council have been issued with a supply of vouchers. If you need to access the food bank for food parcels please contact Mark Sims 07771 818358 email:[email protected] Mark can also collect parcels for those who are shielding/isolating themselves. Food banks are really struggling as people prioritise themselves. If you are able to donate food locally it will be much appreciated. Cllr Baldry has posted a list of foodstuffs needed on the Holbeton Facebook page. Financial donations can be made online to the Ivybridge Foodbank https://www.gofundme.com/f/ivybridge-foodbank
Prescription Collection Service.
We have some noble volunteers who have agreed to collect prescriptions from those who are isolating or are unable to for other reasons. Cllr Baumer has kindly agreed to support this service.
Bel Dixon 07803608418.mailto:[email protected] Laura Kirkland 07815917519 mailto:[email protected] will collect from Yealm Medical Centre
Sue Howard 01752830644 or 07909 888 739;[email protected] Gina Hay 01752 830516 or 07880720580 [email protected] will collect from Modbury H.C.
For those who have a laptop or mobile phone they can be an invaluable way of maintaining contact with family and friends, locally, nationally or internationally. Many of us have them but are unsure of how to use these features to for example make video calls so we can chat for example with grandchildren. Jack Purkis has kindly offered to help anyone who would like to set up a What's app group on an android mobile phone. Pete Stevens can assist with setting up Skype on laptops, and What's App/Facetime on phones Tel :830780 Email:[email protected]. Andrew Hollett can also offer help in this area if needed. There are also advice/tutorials on You Tube that are easy to follow.
Being physically active is a really good way to maintain your physical and mental wellbeing as you adjust to the challenges of these difficult times. Whether you’re young or old, a first timer or a gym regular, doing it on your own or with your family, Active Devon has some great ideas for how you can keep active while you're staying at home to protect the NHS and save lives.Visit their #StayInWorkOut page for more information.
Although the libraries are closed books can still be downloaded from Devon County Council library website.https://www.devonlibraries.org.uk/web/arena/join-thelibrary
Who do you think you are?
Are you interested in finding out about your ancestors? Would you like to research your family tree?
You can now access Ancestry Library Edition at home using your Devon Libraries membership card, giving you access to historical records, photos and information about your family tree and distant descendants without having to step foot out of your front door. Find out more, including how to access Ancestry Library Edition on the Libraries Unlimited website.
Plymouth Arts Cinema has created a Facebook sofa cinema and is showing films on Facebook.
Lawsons in Ivybridge has closed but is still taking on line orders for home delivery (charges apply).https://lawsonshop.us2.list- manage.com/track/click?u=2a1a0094ae57bc59c9447ca87&id=a969dfc32a&e=bc4d16c aefThey can supply crafting, baking, gardening, DIY equipment. They are no longer taking telephone orders
Pickles of Modbury take telephone and email orders and provide a delivery service to Modbury and surrounding areas. 01548 830412 07831 443659 [email protected]
For information about current bus services look at https://www.traveldevon.info/bus/latest-news-service-updates
There are separate travel schemes for keyworkers.
Coronavirus Regulations.
South Hams District Council's - Environmental Health Specialists are now authorised under ‘The Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) (England) Regulations 2020’:http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2020/350/made
This is a dual role with Devon County Trading Standards that gives the District Council the power to close businesses that are not permitted to be open.
This does not permit the use of holiday accommodation, which includes rentals, campsites etc. Some exemptions apply – these are mainly for key workers and those that would be made homeless otherwise. Therefore, the Council does have the ability to close businesses if required.
The schedule to the Regulations does not include second homes, so therefore the only sanction that may be taken is by the Police, who enforce the movement restriction part of the same legislation. Where the District Council receives complaints of this nature, they are forwarded to the Police.
If you have concerns about use of second homes or inappropriate gatherings that may contravene the regulations please contact the police on the non emergency number or online. The Parish Council has no power in these matters.
To report concerns about a business that is opening but should not be, please use www.southhams.gov.uk/businessconcerns Devon County Council urgently need community equipment returning if it is no longer needed.
If you've got any community equipment you no longer need please can you return it? We urgently need commodes, walking frames, shower stools, and raised toilet seats, as increased demand during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak means these items are in danger of being in short supply.
Please contact Millbrook Care on 0330 124 4491 to arrange a free contactless collection.
Many thanks to all the people who have volunteered, it is much appreciated . We are in this for the long haul and you will be needed. Can I also thank my fellow councillors for all they are doing.
We are keen for this information to be circulated as widely as possible so if you can pass the links on or print it off and give to neighbours that would find it useful.